Civil Services Prep

Prelims MCQ · Medieval History

Consider the following characteristics of a European trading company:

  • It was formed in 1602 by amalgamating several trading companies.
  • It could wage war, conclude treaties, possess territory and erect fortresses.
  • Its first factory in India was established at Masulipatnam in 1605.

Which European power established this company?

  1. Portuguese
  2. French
  3. Dutch
  4. Danish
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